Intuit offers various products for managing your personal and business finances, including Mint and Quicken. Although both systems can help you organize your budget and spending, Quicken offers five different versions of the money management software. As of January 2014, the version of Quicken that most closely compares to Mint is Quicken Deluxe.

Accessibility Options

Perhaps the biggest difference between Mint and Quicken is the way you access the programs and keep track of your budget. Mint is an online-only application, enabling you to access it from any computer or Internet-capable mobile device. Quicken is a software program you install directly onto your computer, where all your information is stored on the hard drive. A mobile app is available, and the software will sync with the app to provide greater accessibility.

Program Options

Depending on what your business needs are, Mint may offer too limited an option set to work for you. As of January 2014, the two most basic Quicken programs -- Starter Edition and Deluxe -- are most comparable to Mint in terms of options. Intuit offers three more Quicken programs above these two packages, including one intended for home and business use. This software version includes greater options for business needs, such as tax reports, profit and loss statements and invoice creation.

Price Points

If you're simply looking for a way to keep your business finances organized without a lot of other features, Mint may be the most cost effective option. It's completely free, whereas as of this writing the Starter Edition version of Quicken costs about $40. Quicken Deluxe is about $75, while the Home and Business version will cost you $115.

Bottom Line

Considering whether Mint can replace Quicken for your business depends upon a variety of factors, including whether you already use Quicken and what your business needs are. You can't import your information and data from Quicken to Mint, but you can import Quicken data into all but the Starter Edition version of Quicken. Simple budgeting and expense tracking works well in Mint without the expense of the lower tier Quicken programs.

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Jane Williams began her writing career in 2000 as the writer and editor of a nationwide marketing company. Her articles have appeared on various websites. Williams briefly attended college for a degree in administration before embarking on her writing career.